Worcester Business Journal

26 Worcester Business Journal | August 16, 2021 | wbjournal.com 4 0 U N D E R F O R T Y Ralph's Rock Diner, in Worcester (Special thanks to Vincent Hemmeter and Bill Shaner) To say Sricharoenchaikit is driven would be a vast understatement. As a financial advisor, she specializes in helping business owners reach their retirement goals through financial planning and risk management. She leads the firm's corporate retirement plan practice, grew it to more than $120 million in assets, created charitable gifting solutions for families wishing to leave a legacy, and designed tax efficient strategies for clients with employer stock held in their 401(k)s. She started the firm's first retirement plan newsletter to further inform clients about retirement options. Described as having a certain charisma making every day accomplishments seem like milestones, Sricharoenchaikit is not only a leader in the office, but in her personal life as well. Since the age of 15, she has been active in Venture Crew 100, an affiliate of the Boy Scout of America which encourages youth to develop leadership skills. She fundraises with the Corridor 9/495 Regional Chamber of Commerce through the Community Harvest Project and serves as an executive committee member for the Worcester Estate Planning Council. At home, she is on a mixed hockey team, a free climber, and a member of the National Association of Asian American Professionals. - S.P. What Olympic sport would you be the best at? Slopestyle skiing What did you learn from the coronavirus pandemic? Less is more. Taking stock of what you have and investing in meaningful relationships are worth their weight in gold. What Central Mass. activity should everyone try? The burger at Ralph's Rock Diner while watching an 80s movie at the bar What have you crossed off your bucket list? Eating a sandwich in Sandwich, Mass. It's something I've wanted to do since I was five when I learned about the town. Emily M. Sricharoenchaikit, CFP, CRPS, AIF, 33 Financial advisor Grimes and Co., in Westborough Residence: Shrewsbury Birthplace: Framingham College: Macalester College Ever wonder what happens to the beautiful artwork on craft beer cans and seltzers after they are thrown away? Through Lincoln's startup, these recyclables are given new life and transformed into candles. During the day Lincoln works as a sales audit supervisor in corporate finance for the $40-billion Framingham retail parent TJX Cos. However, his passion for candle-making has quickly turned into a highly profitable business and an outlet for charitable giving. Since launching in 2018, Lincoln Crafted has sold more than 2,500 candles and can be purchased on Etsy and at Worcester locations such as Crompton Collective, Worcester Wares, Redemption Rock Brewing Co., and Sparkle on Park. After surviving a childhood illness, Lincoln grew to appreciate the support coming from a strong community. Lincoln shares his experiences as a public speaker for The Jimmy Fund and dedicates his time to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest, where he matched with his little 10 years ago. Every month Lincoln donates 5% of his candle's proceeds to a different local nonprofit. His company hosts a golf tournament to raise money for pediatric cancer. Known for his big heart and generosity, Lincoln is proud of the example he is setting for his 11-month-old daughter, his BBBS little, and the community. - S.P. What world record would you like to have? Lowest four-day total score at The Masters golf tournament Is there alien life? Yes What message would you now give to your 10-year- old self? Don't take things so seriously. Have fun. Don't waste time doing sprints and drills in the backyard; you're not making the NBA. Haha. Paul Lincoln, 35 Owner & CEO Lincoln Crafted, in Worcester Residence: Worcester Birthplace: Worcester Colleges: Saint Anselm College, Assumption University PHOTO/ERIKA SIDOR

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